Holiday Tree Trimming
Holiday Tree Trimming at Hodges Park allows families and organizations to purchase and decorate pre-lit LED trees. The event concludes with a light-turning-on ceremony at Winterfest.
What to Expect
Decorate a pre-lit LED tree for a community holiday display.
Event Details
Duration
3 hours
Ages
All Ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Park Ridge Park District
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and community groups
Vibe
Festive and community-oriented
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $125 – Get tickets
- Accessibility: Website includes an accessibility system with options for visual disabilities, keyboard navigation, and an accessibility menu. Press Control-F11 for visual adjustments, Control-F10 for the menu.
- Pets: No pets allowed
Tips & Advice
- Register early, as a limited number of trees are available. Registration opens September 1st.
- Decorate your tree by Wednesday, November 25th, to ensure it's ready for the Winterfest light-turning-on ceremony.
- Consider coordinating with friends, family, or a local business to share the cost and creativity of decorating a tree.
- Check the Park Ridge Friends of the Parks website for specific tree trimming guidelines that will be sent after registration.
- The event is part of Winterfest, so plan to enjoy other activities happening during the light-turning-on ceremony.
Special Events & Promotions
- Purchase a tree and decorate it with your family, friends, business, or organization.
- Trees are fully LED-lit and will have signage recognizing your family/organization.
- Join the Winterfest event on November 27 for the light-turning-on ceremony.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I decorate my tree?
Trees will be ready for decoration starting Saturday, November 21, and must be decorated by Wednesday, November 25.
What is included with the tree purchase?
The fee includes a fully LED-lit tree along the pathway in Hodges Park and signage recognizing your family or organization.
How do I register?
Registration is available online at prfriendsoftheparks.org starting September 1.
What is the deadline for registration?
The registration deadline is Monday, November 2, 2026.
What is the purpose of the fee?
The $125 fee is a donation that supports the fundraising efforts of the Park Ridge Friends of the Parks.
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